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A Series of Unfortunate Events Series

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If you have not read anything about the Baudelaire orphans, then before you read even one more sentence, you should know this: Violet, Klaus, and Sunny are kindhearted and quick-witted, but their lives are filled with bad luck and misery. All of the stories about these three children are unhappy and wretched and will most likely fill you with deep …
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The Wide Window book cover
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Book 1
#1
The Bad Beginning
Or, Orphans! (A Series of Unfortunate Events, Book 1)
Lemony Snicket - 1999-09-30
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Unlucky siblings face constant misery and woe in this tale filled with disaster and danger. From a greedy villain to itchy clothes and a disastrous fire, can the Baudelaire children escape their misfortune? Brace yourself for an unpleasant yet captivating read.
The Reptile Room book cover
Book 2
#2
The Reptile Room
Or, Murder! (A Series of Unfortunate Events, Book 2)
Lemony Snicket - 1999-09-30
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The Reptile Room takes readers on a dark and twisted journey with the Baudelaire children as they encounter deadly reptiles and face the return of an unwelcome acquaintance. Don't be fooled by the seemingly pleasant events - tragedy and misery are never far behind. Be warned, this is not a light read.
The Wide Window book cover
Book 3
#3
The Wide Window
Or, Disappearance! (Unfortunate Events)
Lemony Snicket - 2000-02-25
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This dark and witty children's book series follows the unfortunate lives of the Baudelaire orphans: Violet, Klaus, and Sunny. Filled with bad luck, misery, hurricanes, villains, and even a doll named Pretty Penny, their stories are unhappy and wretched, and "The Wide Window" may just be the worst of them all. Brace yourself for a tragic tale, as Lemony Snicket captures the hearts of readers with his unique storytelling style.
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Book 4
#4
The Miserable Mill
Lemony Snicket - 2000-04-15
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In this unfortunate tale, the Baudelaire orphans are sent to a lumber mill and face calamity at every turn. Prepare for a giant pincher machine, a bad casserole, a hypnotist, and more in this unhappiest book of the series.
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Book 5
#5
The Austere Academy
Lemony Snicket - 2000-08-31
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This bleak tale follows the misfortunes of the Baudelaire siblings at boarding school. Expect strict punishments, comprehensive exams, and all manner of unpleasantness. With wit and despair, Lemony Snicket chronicles the trio's latest miserable adventures. For those seeking a cheerful read, look elsewhere.
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Book 6
#6
The Ersatz Elevator
Lemony Snicket - 2001-02-20
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This dark and gripping story is part of A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE EVENTS. As always, the Baudelaire orphans are met with misery and despair. They encounter a red herring, an evil scheme, and a secret passageway. With raw honesty, Lemony Snicket continues to document their terrible journey. Reader beware.
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Book 7
#7
The Vile Village
Lemony Snicket - 2001-04-24
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Venture into the unfortunate lives of the Baudelaire children as they navigate their way through the dismal village of V.F.D. Every unpleasant moment, from a raging mob to strange hats, has been dreadfully recorded in these pages. Written with solemn and sacred detail, this book isn't for the faint of heart.
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Book 8
#8
The Hostile Hospital
Lemony Snicket - 2003-05-10 (first published in 2001)
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This book is not for the faint of heart. The Baudelaire children face an ominous hospital, a suspicious shopkeeper, and unnecessary surgery. Brace yourself for heart-shaped balloons and shocking news about a fire. If you're in the mood for misery and despair, this is the book for you.
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Book 9
#9
The Carnivorous Carnival
Lemony Snicket - 2002-10-17
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This disturbingly fascinating novel centers around a carnivorous tale that's sure to make your stomach churn. We can't say much about the story without giving away its unsettling details, but expect to encounter a confusing map, an ambidextrous person, an unruly crowd, a wooden plank, and Chabo the Wolf Baby. While we won't go into any more specifics, we can promise that this book will grip you until the very end.
The Slippery Slope by Lemony Snicket
The Grim Grotto by Lemony Snicket
The Penultimate Peril by Lemony Snicket
The End by Lemony Snicket